The National Cherry Blossom Festival is one of the first signs of spring in Washington.

Here are some of the best events from the 25-day festival, which runs through April 13. For more
events, visit www. nationalcherryblossomfestival. org.

• Tidal Basin paddle boat rides. Rent a paddle boat to see the blossoms from the water. During
the festival, reservations can be made for times between 10 a.m. and noon. Call 202-479-2426. Boats
are available daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

• Cherry Blossom Lantern Walks. National Park Service rangers lead a two-hour, 2-mile evening
tour around the Tidal Basin from 8 to 10 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

• Rangers lead walks to discuss the blossoms daily at 10 a.m., noon and 2, 4 and 6 p.m. from the
Jefferson Memorial.